There are two ways to apply for Social Security retirement benefits. When you apply for benefits has no impact on how you ...

There are eligibility requirements that determine whether spouses or ex-spouses qualify for spousal benefits. The Social ...

We take a look at how Americans’ year of birth affects their ‘full retirement age’, and how your monthly benefits go up the ...

If you're thinking hard about your Social Security claiming strategy, there may be one aspect you've overlooked. If you're divorced, you may be able to receive Social Security benefits based on ...

Experts say retiree Social Security is still taxable and you'll need to read the fine print to understand your situation and ...

To apply for Social Security benefits, you must be at least 61 years and 9 months old and have worked at least 10 years total at jobs where you earn Social Security credits. Ninety-six percent of all ...

The man's wife had worked for years as a family physician, and her Social Security record meant her benefits were higher than his. After she died, Social Security stopped paying her monthly benefit — ...

The two non-negotiable factors to qualify for Social Security spousal benefits are: the qualifying spouse currently receiving ...

One of President Donald Trump's biggest promises to seniors during his 2024 campaign was that he would eliminate taxes on ...

Americans agree - across political, economic and generational lines - that the program is worth saving. Like many Americans, Cyndi Greening is worried about Social Security. She's worried about what ...

The change marks a major improvement in customer service, allowing beneficiaries and applicants to manage their Social ...